High Protein Broccoli Cheddar Soup with Turkey Bacon Delight
A delicious and nutritious soup packed with protein from turkey bacon and cheese, complemented by the goodness of broccoli.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: High Protein
- 4 cups broccoli florets
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 4 slices turkey bacon
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup milk
- 2 tablespoons flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat and cook the turkey bacon until crispy. Remove and set aside.
- In the same pot, add onion and garlic, sautéing until soft.
- Add broccoli and chicken broth, bringing to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer until broccoli is tender.
- Stir in flour, then gradually add milk, stirring until thickened.
- Add cheddar cheese, stirring until melted and combined.
- Chop the turkey bacon and stir it into the soup before serving.
Notes
- For a thicker soup, blend a portion of the broccoli before adding cheese.
- This soup can be made in advance and reheated.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 3 grams
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 15 grams
- Saturated Fat: 5 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 22 grams
- Fiber: 3 grams
- Protein: 22 grams
- Cholesterol: 30 mg
Keywords: High Protein Broccoli Cheddar Soup, Turkey Bacon Soup, Healthy Soup Recipes